Old Dubai Gold Souk and Water Taxi | La Vacanza Travel

Old Dubai Gold Souk and Water Taxi

Duration: 4 hours
Destination: United Arab Emirates, Emirate of Dubai, Dubai
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  • 4 hours
  • Dubai
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Although a relatively new city, Dubai enjoys a rich

heritage with a history that goes as far back as the

Bronze Age. Take this journey with us back in time

and explore the roots of this country.

Visiting Bastakiya and its narrow lanes is an

experience you will never forget. A

ride on a lovely little abra will transport you to the

busy market area with the famous Gold and Spice

Souks. From here, you will move on to see Jumeirah

Mosque, to admire the 8th-century Islamic

architecture.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Dubai Creek, Mashraf Building, Dubai United Arab Emirates

Enjoy a unique half-day tour of Dubai, exploring its old neighborhoods as well as some of the more traditional bazaars and souks.

Following a pick-up from your hotel or cruise ship, transfer to experience a magnificent view of Dubai Creek, passing through the heritage area of Bastakiya. See the charming wind-tower houses built by the wealthy merchants of old Dubai. Continue to Al Fahidi Fort, the city’s oldest building and now home to Dubai Museum. See some of the city’s archives and exhibits that chronicle the development of the city.

Next, climb aboard a traditional wooden abra water taxi and cross Dubai Creek to the Spice Market and Gold Souk. Soak up the scent of exotic spices, and see some of the best jewelry in town. Watch a private fashion show at Treasure House, with free time after to examine the leather goods and exclusive jewelry. Continue to the Women’s Museum to learn about the role of women in the UAE, past and present.

Re-board your transfer vehicle and drive to Jumeirah Mosque for a photo opportunity outside one of Dubai’s most important landmarks. End with a drive past the ultra-luxury and ultra-contemporary Burj Al Arab to compare and contrast old and new, traditional and modern Dubai.

Stop At: Bastakia Quarter, Bur Dubai Building 20, Dubai United Arab Emirates

Enjoy a unique half-day tour of Dubai, exploring its old neighborhoods as well as some of the more traditional bazaars and souks.

Following a pick-up from your hotel or cruise ship, transfer to experience a magnificent view of Dubai Creek, passing through the heritage area of Bastakiya. See the charming wind-tower houses built by the wealthy merchants of old Dubai. Continue to Al Fahidi Fort, the city’s oldest building and now home to Dubai Museum. See some of the city’s archives and exhibits that chronicle the development of the city.

Next, climb aboard a traditional wooden abra water taxi and cross Dubai Creek to the Spice Market and Gold Souk. Soak up the scent of exotic spices, and see some of the best jewelry in town. Watch a private fashion show at Treasure House, with free time after to examine the leather goods and exclusive jewelry. Continue to the Women’s Museum to learn about the role of women in the UAE, past and present.

Re-board your transfer vehicle and drive to Jumeirah Mosque for a photo opportunity outside one of Dubai’s most important landmarks. End with a drive past the ultra-luxury and ultra-contemporary Burj Al Arab to compare and contrast old and new, traditional and modern Dubai.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Jumeirah Mosque, Jumeirah Beach Road, Jumeirah 1, Dubai United Arab Emirates

Enjoy a unique half-day tour of Dubai, exploring its old neighborhoods as well as some of the more traditional bazaars and souks.

Following a pick-up from your hotel or cruise ship, transfer to experience a magnificent view of Dubai Creek, passing through the heritage area of Bastakiya. See the charming wind-tower houses built by the wealthy merchants of old Dubai. Continue to Al Fahidi Fort, the city’s oldest building and now home to Dubai Museum. See some of the city’s archives and exhibits that chronicle the development of the city.

Next, climb aboard a traditional wooden abra water taxi and cross Dubai Creek to the Spice Market and Gold Souk. Soak up the scent of exotic spices, and see some of the best jewelry in town. Watch a private fashion show at Treasure House, with free time after to examine the leather goods and exclusive jewelry. Continue to the Women’s Museum to learn about the role of women in the UAE, past and present.

Re-board your transfer vehicle and drive to Jumeirah Mosque for a photo opportunity outside one of Dubai’s most important landmarks. End with a drive past the ultra-luxury and ultra-contemporary Burj Al Arab to compare and contrast old and new, traditional and modern Dubai.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Old Souk, 18 28B Street - Deira, Dubai United Arab Emirates

Enjoy a unique half-day tour of Dubai, exploring its old neighborhoods as well as some of the more traditional bazaars and souks.

Following a pick-up from your hotel or cruise ship, transfer to experience a magnificent view of Dubai Creek, passing through the heritage area of Bastakiya. See the charming wind-tower houses built by the wealthy merchants of old Dubai. Continue to Al Fahidi Fort, the city’s oldest building and now home to Dubai Museum. See some of the city’s archives and exhibits that chronicle the development of the city.

Next, climb aboard a traditional wooden abra water taxi and cross Dubai Creek to the Spice Market and Gold Souk. Soak up the scent of exotic spices, and see some of the best jewelry in town. Watch a private fashion show at Treasure House, with free time after to examine the leather goods and exclusive jewelry. Continue to the Women’s Museum to learn about the role of women in the UAE, past and present.

Re-board your transfer vehicle and drive to Jumeirah Mosque for a photo opportunity outside one of Dubai’s most important landmarks. End with a drive past the ultra-luxury and ultra-contemporary Burj Al Arab to compare and contrast old and new, traditional and modern Dubai.

Duration: 1 hour

Inclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Driver/guide
  • Entry/Admission - Old Souk
  • Entry/Admission - Jumeirah Mosque
  • Entry/Admission - Bastakia Quarter

Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • A minimum of two travelers is required per booking
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Water Taxi not wheelchair accessible and infants required to sit on laps.
  • Infant seats available upon request.
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
ALL Dubai Hotels/ Dubai Port

Ports

  • Port Rashid


Departure Time

08:30 AM

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

4 hours


User's Reviews

LiniHarun29

10 Mar, 2024

Make sure you have 1 dinar for the driver. You can also buy your ticket from the courter. It is the easiest way to get around from one souk to another souk. I enjoyed the ride. It was quite hot waiting, so make sure slap on your sun screen.

Lipstock

08 Nov, 2023

If you happen to be in Dubai with time on your hands, then I would recommend a visit, but no necessarily with a view to buy. The negotiations would be too draining!

961SueW

22 Feb, 2023

The river taxi is a convenient way to cross the water from the older part of Dubai to the gold souk and spice area. It wasn't a luxury trip but it felt safe, functional and only took about five minutes. Much more preferable than arriving by road vehicle as the traffic by the souks was awful. A constant traffic jam.

Liam M

16 Feb, 2023

The tour guide was quite knowledgeable and catered for a variety of different languages. The offering was well priced and presented excellent value.

Dona M

04 Dec, 2022

The tour guide was very informative and friendly. The only downside was the shop at the souk he took us to - they took us for a ride price wise - a typical High pressure act Quico busy busy sales experience. But everything else was amazing!

User's Picture Gallery

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Just a review in Water Taxi

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Short water crossing on authentic old boats

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Great tour

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Get what you want at the Gold and Spice Souks!

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To Expore Dubai Visit it!

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Good place to visit.

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